Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard finds herself in the most significant confrontation with President Donald Trump since assuming her role in the administration.
The conflict stems from Gabbard’s decision to release an unauthorized video statement claiming Iran has moved “closer than ever before” to acquiring nuclear weapons capability.
The video triggered immediate backlash from the White House, including direct criticism from President Trump himself.
Gabbard now reportedly sits on the sidelines as Trump considers what could become the defining foreign policy action of his second presidential term.
Sources within the administration report that Gabbard has been excluded from critical “war room” sessions where military commanders present intelligence assessments on Iran’s nuclear program and potential locations of weapons development facilities.
These high-level meetings also include strategic planning for possible American military intervention in Iran.
Trump maintains he will delay his final decision on military action until the final moment.
Senior administration officials describe escalating friction between Gabbard and White House leadership.
The tension reached such heights that Vice President J.D. Vance felt compelled to publicly defend Gabbard against speculation about her potential dismissal, Trending Politics outlined.
The dispute became public knowledge when Trump dismissed Gabbard’s congressional testimony regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
“I don’t care what she said. I think they were very close to having one,” Trump stated to reporters aboard Air Force One on Tuesday.
Trump’s remarks directly contradicted Gabbard’s assessment that military officials do not believe Iran currently pursues nuclear weapons development.
A source close to Gabbard confirmed to NBC News that the military’s official stance on Iran remains unchanged since her testimony.
The same source acknowledged that Gabbard’s standing suffered additional damage from her controversial social media video released after Trump’s public rebuke.
The video contained footage of cities under nuclear attack while Gabbard provided narration about potential threats from Iranian nuclear capabilities.
A Gabbard supporter confirmed awareness of the video controversy but suggested the issue has been “resolved” and did not reach Trump directly.
Gabbard’s absence from a June 8 strategy meeting at Camp David raised additional questions about her access to critical decision-making processes.
A White House official disputed suggestions that her absence indicated diminished trust, explaining that Gabbard had mandatory National Guard training obligations.
Gabbard’s historical opposition to military interventions, including her stance against the Iraq War, creates complications for an administration keeping military options available.
“I may do it. I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I’m going to do,” Trump told reporters Wednesday regarding potential Iran action.
Despite the ongoing tensions, administration officials have not reached the conclusion that Gabbard requires removal from her position.
Vice President Vance reinforced this position through his public statement of support on Wednesday.
“Tulsi is a veteran, a patriot, a loyal supporter of Pres Trump and a critical part of the coalition he built in 2024,” Vance declared on Tuesday.
Vance continued his defense, stating: “She’s an essential member of our nat sec team, & we’re grateful for her tireless work to keep America safe from foreign threats.”
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